Air bag inflator may detach from steering wheel
Defect Summary
Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2009-2010 cube vehicles. The driver’s air bag inflator may detach from the steering wheel during air bag deployment.
Safety Consequence
A driver's air bag that detaches can strike the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the front air bag inflator serial number, and replace the inflator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 27, 2026. Owners may contact nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is r26a1. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning april 14, 2026.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nissan North America, Inc. or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 26V230000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V230000?
NHTSA recall 26V230000 was issued by Nissan North America, Inc. on April 10, 2026. It addresses: Air bag inflator may detach from steering wheel. The recall affects approximately 47,928 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nissan North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V230000 or the manufacturer campaign number R26A1. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.